CMAT Current Affairs July 2025
CMAT Current Affairs July 2025: Top 200 Questions with Answers & Explanations
Stay ahead in your CMAT preparation with our comprehensive collection of July 2025 current affairs questions. Each question comes with detailed explanations to boost your understanding and confidence.
Why July 2025 Current Affairs Matter for CMAT?
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) consistently includes questions from recent current affairs, making July 2025 an important month to study. This collection covers major national and international events, appointments, awards, sports achievements, and significant policy decisions that occurred during July 2025.
Complete Question Bank: July 2025 Current Affairs
National News (22 Questions)
1. On July 30, 2025, which joint satellite mission between NASA and ISRO was successfully launched from Sriharikota?
A) Chandrayaan-4
B) NISAR
C) Aditya-L2
D) Mangalyaan-2
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) was launched on July 30, 2025, marking the first joint Earth observation mission between NASA and ISRO.
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2. Which state’s government appointed Shashi Prakash Goyal as the new Chief Secretary in July 2025?
A) Maharashtra
B) Gujarat
C) Uttar Pradesh
D) Karnataka
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Shashi Prakash Goyal was appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh in July 2025.
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3. Prime Minister Modi announced a trade tariff of what percentage on Indian imports effective August 1, 2025?
A) 15%
B) 20%
C) 25%
D) 30%
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The U.S. President announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports effective August 1, 2025, citing high trade barriers and India’s energy ties with Russia.
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4. Which scheme was launched nationwide from July 1, 2025, to bolster financial inclusion?
A) PM Jan Dhan Yojana Extension
B) Digital India 2.0
C) Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign
D) Jan Aushadhi Plus
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Department of Financial Services launched a three-month Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign from July 1-September 30, 2025.
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5. What was India’s projected GDP growth rate for FY26 according to the IMF in July 2025?
A) 6.2%
B) 6.4%
C) 6.6%
D) 6.8%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The IMF raised India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.4% for both FY26 and FY27 in July 2025, making it the fastest-growing major economy.
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46. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his office on which date in July 2025?
A) July 19
B) July 20
C) July 21
D) July 22
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his office on July 21, 2025, to prioritize healthcare and abide by medical advice.
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47. Which agency was given additional charge to Secretary Manoj Govil in the Cabinet Secretariat?
A) Research Wing
B) Intelligence Bureau
C) Security
D) Protocol Division
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Manoj Govil, Secretary (Coordination) Cabinet Secretariat, was given additional charge of Secretary (Security) following the superannuation of Harinath Mishra on July 31, 2025.
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48. Indian Railways implemented fare revision from which date in July 2025?
A) July 1
B) July 5
C) July 10
D) July 15
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Indian Railways implemented a marginal fare hike from July 1, 2025, increasing ticket prices by ₹0.01 per km for non-AC classes and ₹0.02 per km for AC classes.
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49. Above-normal monsoon rainfall for July 2025 was forecasted to exceed what percentage of Long Period Average?
A) 104%
B) 105%
C) 106%
D) 107%
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The India Meteorological Department forecasted above-normal monsoon rainfall for July 2025, exceeding 106% of the Long Period Average.
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50. What was the central government relief assistance sanctioned for flood-affected states in July 2025?
A) ₹966 crore
B) ₹1,066 crore
C) ₹1,166 crore
D) ₹1,266 crore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The central government sanctioned ₹1,066 crore in relief assistance for six states impacted by recent floods in July 2025.
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76. AXISCADES secured defence orders worth how much for indigenous military platforms?
A) ₹500 crore
B) ₹600 crore
C) ₹700 crore
D) ₹800 crore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: AXISCADES secured ₹600 crore defence orders for indigenous military platforms in July 2025.
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77. Transport operators in which state started an indefinite strike from July 1, 2025?
A) Gujarat
B) Maharashtra
C) Karnataka
D) Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Transport operators in Maharashtra, including private bus and truck operators, commenced an indefinite strike from July 1, 2025, protesting against the e-challan system.
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78. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat remarked that leaders should step down at what age?
A) 70 years
B) 72 years
C) 75 years
D) 78 years
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat remarked that leaders should step down at the age of 75, triggering responses from Opposition parties.
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79. Which country’s government announced to honor PM Modi with Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of Indian Ocean?
A) Seychelles
B) Mauritius
C) Maldives
D) Sri Lanka
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Mauritius announced to honor PM Narendra Modi with its highest honor ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of Indian Ocean’.
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80. India signed a maritime safety and security cooperation agreement with which country?
A) UAE
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Qatar
D) Oman
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: India signed a maritime safety and security cooperation agreement with the UAE in July 2025.
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131. The AIFF launched which funds to support the Indian football fraternity?
A) Welfare and Pension Funds
B) Benevolence and Pension Funds
C) Support and Care Funds
D) Development and Welfare Funds
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: AIFF launched ‘Benevolence Funds’ and ‘Pension Funds’ to support the Indian football fraternity.
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142. At least how many people were killed in torrential rains in Punjab, Pakistan?
A) 53
B) 63
C) 73
D) 83
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Torrential rains in Punjab, Pakistan, killed at least 63 people.
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146. Which state’s chief minister attended a workshop hosted by APTDC MD in Vijayawada?
A) Telangana
B) Andhra Pradesh
C) Karnataka
D) Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s discussions with MasterCard at WEF Davos led to the workshop hosted by APTDC MD Amrapali Kata in Vijayawada.
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161. Which policy was announced by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat regarding leadership age limit?
A) Leaders above 70 should retire
B) Leaders should step down at 75
C) Term limits for all positions
D) Mandatory retirement at 72
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat remarked that leaders should step down at the age of 75, triggering sharp responses from Opposition parties.
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162. What was the theme of Uttar Pradesh’s winning tableau in Republic Day Parade 2025?
A) Digital India
B) Mahakumbh 2025 Golden India Heritage and Development
C) Yoga and Wellness
D) Green Revolution
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Uttar Pradesh’s tableau with the theme ‘Mahakumbh 2025 Golden India Heritage and Development’ won the Best Tableau Award.
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195. Which organization’s data showed national connectivity dropped to 62% during the Ramses Exchange fire?
A) Telecom companies
B) Internet service providers
C) National authorities
D) Multiple sources
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The Ramses Exchange fire brought down national connectivity data to 62% of ordinary levels, affecting banking and phone calls in Egypt.
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196. Trading on which stock exchange was halted following the Ramses Exchange fire?
A) Alexandria Stock Exchange
B) Cairo Stock Exchange
C) Egyptian Exchange
D) Nile Stock Exchange
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Trading on the Cairo Stock Exchange was halted the day following the Ramses Exchange fire in Cairo, Egypt.
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International News (27 Questions)
6. The 10th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting was held in which city on July 1, 2025?
A) New Delhi
B) Tokyo
C) Canberra
D) Washington D.C.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The 10th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting was held in Washington D.C. on July 1, 2025, with participation from US, Australia, India, and Japan.
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7. Which country hosted the 2025 Global Conference on Climate and Health from July 29-31, 2025?
A) India
B) Brazil
C) Germany
D) France
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Brazil hosted the 2025 Global Conference on Climate and Health in Brasília from July 29-31, 2025, as an official pre-COP30 meeting.
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8. Donald Trump announced a trade deal with which country involving $15 billion in energy purchases?
A) Philippines
B) Japan
C) Indonesia
D) South Korea
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Trump announced a trade deal with Indonesia where Indonesia will purchase $15 billion in energy and $4.5 billion in agricultural products.
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9. At which location was the 15th Ramsar Conference of Parties (CoP15) held in July 2025?
A) Geneva, Switzerland
B) Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
C) Cairo, Egypt
D) Nairobi, Kenya
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The 15th Ramsar Conference of Parties was held at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, where India’s resolution on sustainable lifestyles for wetlands was adopted.
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51. In the Israel-Iran conflict mentioned in July 2025, how many days did the conflict last?
A) 10 days
B) 12 days
C) 14 days
D) 16 days
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Israel-Iran conflict that started on June 13, 2025, lasted for 12 days, prompting India to call for restraint and de-escalation.
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52. Operation Sindhu in 2025 evacuated how many Indian citizens from Israel and Iran?
A) 287
B) 312
C) 345
D) 378
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Operation Sindhu (2025) evacuated 312 Indian citizens, mostly medical students and workers, from Israel and Iran during the conflict.
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53. The UK ended its ban on which country’s airlines landing in the UK due to improved aviation safety standards?
A) India
B) Bangladesh
C) Pakistan
D) Sri Lanka
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The United Kingdom ended its five-year ban on Pakistani airlines from landing in the UK in July 2025 due to significant improvements in aviation safety standards.
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54. Syria’s readmission to which organization was announced after 13 years of suspension?
A) Arab League
B) Union for the Mediterranean
C) Organization of Islamic Cooperation
D) Non-Aligned Movement
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Syria announced its readmission to the Union for the Mediterranean in July 2025 after 13 years of suspension.
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81. At least how many people were killed in the Central Texas floods mentioned in July 2025?
A) 94
B) 104
C) 114
D) 124
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The death toll from the flooding in Central Texas, United States, increased to 104, including 28 children, with 41 others still missing.
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82. How many people were killed in the Gambhira Bridge collapse in Gujarat?
A) 11
B) 13
C) 15
D) 17
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: At least thirteen people were killed and nine others injured after a section of the Gambhira Bridge in Gujarat partially collapsed during morning rush hour.
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83. The M 5.7 earthquake in Guatemala killed at least how many people?
A) 4
B) 6
C) 8
D) 10
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: At least six people died when a Mw 5.7 earthquake struck Guatemala and caused widespread damage.
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84. Trump announced what percentage tariff on most imports from Brazil starting August 1?
A) 40%
B) 45%
C) 50%
D) 55%
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: U.S. president Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on most imports into the United States from Brazil starting August 1.
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85. At least how many Palestinians were killed in the Gaza Strip aid distribution incident?
A) 19
B) 21
C) 23
D) 25
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: At least 21 Palestinians were killed in a crowd crush at a Gaza Humanitarian Foundation site in the Gaza Strip.
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132. At least how many people were displaced by Tropical Storm Wipha in the Philippines and South Korea?
A) 80,000
B) 85,000
C) 90,000
D) 95,000
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: At least 22 people were killed and more than 90,000 people were displaced as Tropical Storm Wipha hit the Philippines and South Korea.
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141. A M 7.3 earthquake struck which region prompting a tsunami advisory?
A) Northern California
B) Southern Alaska
C) Hawaii
D) Pacific Northwest
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A tsunami advisory was issued after a Mw 7.3 earthquake struck the southern coast of Alaska, United States.
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143. The Venezuelan attorney general opened an investigation into which country’s president?
A) Colombia
B) El Salvador
C) Ecuador
D) Peru
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Venezuelan attorney general’s office opened a formal investigation into Salvadoran president Nayib Bukele and his government’s alleged mistreatment of Venezuelan migrants.
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147. How many people were killed in a head-on collision between a minibus and truck in Zimbabwe?
A) 15
B) 17
C) 19
D) 21
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a truck killed 17 people and injured several others in Harare Province, Zimbabwe.
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148. Japan-US trade deal announced by Trump sets tariffs at what percentage?
A) 12%
B) 15%
C) 18%
D) 20%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Trump announced a trade deal with Japan that would reduce tariffs to 15% in exchange for Japan investing $550 billion into the United States.
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149. Philippines-US trade agreement sets tariffs on Philippine exports at what percentage?
A) 17%
B) 19%
C) 21%
D) 23%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: President Trump announced a trade agreement with Philippines that sets a 19% tariff on Philippine exports to the United States.
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150. How many people died in flash flooding in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Flash flooding killed three people and left 15 others missing in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
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151. At least how many people were killed when Jubaland forces took control of Beled Hawo District?
A) 8
B) 10
C) 12
D) 14
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: At least ten people were killed after Jubaland forces claimed they had taken full control of the Beled Hawo District headquarters following heavy fighting.
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152. How many Haitian National Police officers were killed in the gang attack in Liancourt?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Three Haitian National Police officers were killed and one is missing after a gang attack in Liancourt, Artibonite department, Haiti.
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153. How many people were killed in a mass shooting in Taranto, Italy?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Two people were killed and two others were injured in a mass shooting on a street in Taranto, Italy.
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163. How many countries are members of the International Solar Alliance as of 2025?
A) 95
B) 100
C) 105
D) 110
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The International Solar Alliance, headquartered in India, has 105 member countries and aims to mobilize $1 trillion in solar investments by 2030.
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164. The IMF World Economic Outlook Update was released in which month of 2025?
A) June
B) July
C) August
D) September
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The IMF World Economic Outlook Update was released in July 2025, highlighting global trade developments and tariff impacts.
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197. The Ethiopia National Intelligence and Security Service detained dozens of suspected militants from which region?
A) Tigray
B) Somaliland
C) Puntland
D) Eritrea
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Ethiopian National Intelligence and Security Service detained dozens of suspected Somalian Islamic State militants from Puntland.
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198. The Russian State Duma introduced fines for searching for prohibited material online, with the legislation passing on which date?
A) July 20
B) July 22
C) July 24
D) July 26
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Russian State Duma legislation introducing fines for searching prohibited material online was passed on July 22.
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Economy & Business (14 Questions)
24. The RBI reduced the repo rate to what percentage in June 2025?
A) 5.25%
B) 5.50%
C) 5.75%
D) 6.00%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The RBI reduced the policy repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% in June 2025, shifting its stance from accommodative to neutral.
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25. India’s Manufacturing PMI reached what record high in July 2025?
A) 57.8
B) 58.6
C) 59.2
D) 60.1
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: India’s Manufacturing PMI reached 59.2 in July 2025, marking the highest reading in nearly 17.5 years.
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26. According to July 2025 rankings, India became the world’s how many largest economy?
A) 3rd
B) 4th
C) 5th
D) 6th
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: India became the world’s 4th largest economy in July 2025, overtaking Japan with a nominal GDP of $4.19 trillion.
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27. The RBI capped investment by banks and NBFCs in AIF schemes at what percentage in July 2025?
A) 15%
B) 20%
C) 25%
D) 30%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: RBI capped the cumulative exposure of banks and NBFCs in AIF schemes at 20% in July 2025, with new guidelines effective from January 2026.
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106. Sahil Kini was appointed as CEO of which RBI institution?
A) RBI Training College
B) Reserve Bank Innovation Hub
C) RBI Academy
D) Deposit Insurance Corporation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sahil Kini was appointed as CEO of the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub.
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107. Priya Nair was appointed as CEO & MD of which company?
A) ITC
B) HUL
C) Nestle India
D) Godrej Consumer
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Priya Nair was appointed as CEO & MD of Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL).
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108. R Doraiswamy was appointed as MD & CEO of which insurance company?
A) New India Assurance
B) Oriental Insurance
C) Life Insurance Corporation of India
D) United India Insurance
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: R Doraiswamy was appointed as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
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109. Sanjay Kaul was appointed as MD & CEO of which city?
A) DIFC
B) GIFT City
C) IFSC
D) AIFC
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sanjay Kaul was appointed as MD & CEO of GIFT City.
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110. CII projected India’s GDP growth for FY26 in the range of what percentage?
A) 6.2-6.5%
B) 6.4-6.7%
C) 6.6-6.9%
D) 6.8-7.1%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Confederation of Indian Industry projected India’s real GDP growth to remain in the range of 6.4% to 6.7% for FY26.
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137. Paschal Donohoe was re-elected as President of which European group?
A) European Central Bank
B) Eurogroup
C) European Parliament
D) European Commission
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Paschal Donohoe was re-elected as President of the Eurogroup.
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145. Manish Chopra was appointed as CEO of which luxury brand?
A) Sabyasachi Couture
B) Manish Malhotra
C) Rohit Bal
D) Tarun Tahiliani
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Manish Chopra was appointed as CEO of Sabyasachi Couture.
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160. Aditya Mangla was appointed as CEO of which company’s food delivery business?
A) Zomato
B) Swiggy
C) Eternal
D) Dunzo
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Aditya Mangla was appointed as CEO of Eternal’s food delivery business.
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173. India’s contribution to global economic growth is projected to be what percentage over the next five years?
A) 10.9%
B) 11.9%
C) 12.9%
D) 13.9%
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: India’s contribution to global economic growth is projected to be 12.9% over the next five years, surpassing the United States’ 11.3%.
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174. By what year is India forecasted to become the world’s third-largest economy?
A) 2026
B) 2027
C) 2028
D) 2029
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: By 2027, India is forecasted to overtake Germany to become the world’s third-largest economy, with a projected GDP of $5.2 trillion.
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Banking & Finance (7 Questions)
59. SEBI and Stock Exchanges revised surveillance framework for which type of firms in July 2025?
A) Large-cap firms
B) Mid-cap firms
C) Small-cap firms
D) All firms
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: SEBI and Stock Exchanges revised surveillance framework for Small-Cap firms in July 2025 to enhance market monitoring.
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60. The Standing Deposit Facility rate was adjusted to what percentage after the RBI policy in June 2025?
A) 5.00%
B) 5.25%
C) 5.50%
D) 5.75%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Standing Deposit Facility rate was adjusted to 5.25% after the RBI reduced the repo rate to 5.50% in June 2025.
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61. The Marginal Standing Facility rate was set at what percentage in June 2025?
A) 5.50%
B) 5.75%
C) 6.00%
D) 6.25%
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Marginal Standing Facility rate and Bank Rate were adjusted to 5.75% following the RBI’s monetary policy decision in June 2025.
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62. Robert Ravi’s extension as CMD of BSNL and MTNL was approved for how many months?
A) 2 months
B) 3 months
C) 4 months
D) 6 months
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved Robert Ravi’s extension as CMD of BSNL and MTNL for 3 months in July 2025.
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159. Sunil Jayawant Kadam was appointed as Executive Director at which regulatory body?
A) RBI
B) SEBI
C) IRDAI
D) PFRDA
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sunil Jayawant Kadam was appointed as Executive Director at SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India).
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181. The RBI reduced Cash Reserve Requirement by how much in June 2025?
A) 75 bps
B) 100 bps
C) 125 bps
D) 150 bps
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: RBI announced a 100 bps reduction in the Cash Reserve Requirement to 3%, to be delivered in four tranches starting September 6, 2025.
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182. The CRR reduction is estimated to add how much liquidity to the banking system?
A) ₹2.0 trillion
B) ₹2.5 trillion
C) ₹3.0 trillion
D) ₹3.5 trillion
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The 100 bps CRR reduction is estimated to add around ₹2.5 trillion in liquidity to the banking system.
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Awards & Honors (19 Questions)
13. Which author won the Shakti Bhatt Prize 2025 for the book ‘The Lucky Ones’?
A) Amitav Ghosh
B) Zara Chowdhry
C) Arundhati Roy
D) Shashi Tharoor
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zara Chowdhry won the Shakti Bhatt Prize 2025 for her book ‘The Lucky Ones’.
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14. Who became the first Indian to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2025?
A) Shah Rukh Khan
B) Priyanka Chopra
C) Deepika Padukone
D) A.R. Rahman
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Deepika Padukone became the first Indian to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2025.
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15. Which state’s tableau won the Best Tableau Award in the Republic Day Parade 2025?
A) Rajasthan
B) Kerala
C) Uttar Pradesh
D) Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Uttar Pradesh’s tableau with the theme ‘Mahakumbh 2025 Golden India Heritage and Development’ won the Best Tableau Award in Republic Day Parade 2025.
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16. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan received which prestigious award in July 2025?
A) Padma Bhushan
B) Kalinga Ratna Award 2024
C) Bharat Ratna
D) Krishi Ratna
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan received the Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 in July 2025 for his contributions to education, literature, culture, and public service.
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42. Which economist and Padma Bhushan awardee passed away in July 2025?
A) Amartya Sen
B) Meghnad Desai
C) Jagdish Bhagwati
D) Raghuram Rajan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Padma Bhushan awardee and renowned economist Meghnad Desai passed away in July 2025.
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43. T.N. Manoharan, who passed away in July 2025, was the chairman of which bank?
A) SBI
B) ICICI
C) IDBI
D) PNB
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Padma Shri awardee and IDBI Chairman T.N. Manoharan passed away in July 2025.
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44. Vinod Kumar Shukla won which prestigious literary award for Hindi literature?
A) Sahitya Akademi Award
B) Jnanpith Award
C) Bharatiya Jnanpith
D) Saraswati Samman
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Vinod Kumar Shukla won the Jnanpith Award, making him the 12th Hindi writer to receive this prestigious literary honor.
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45. Leo Giacun was awarded which prestigious architecture prize in 2025?
A) Pritzker Architecture Prize
B) Royal Gold Medal
C) AIA Gold Medal
D) Venice Architecture Biennale
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Leo Giacun was awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize 2025, one of the most prestigious awards in architecture.
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91. Who was awarded the Legends of Endoscopy Award 2025?
A) Dr. Rajesh Sharma
B) Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy
C) Dr. Pradeep Kumar
D) Dr. Suresh Gupta
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy was awarded the Legends of Endoscopy Award 2025 for his contributions to medical science.
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92. The Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2025 was given to which sculptor?
A) Dhruva Mistry
B) Ram Sutar
C) Anish Kapoor
D) Subodh Gupta
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Ram Sutar was awarded the Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2025 for his outstanding contributions to sculpture and art.
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93. Who received the Knight’s Cross of the Order of Dannebrog by the King of Denmark?
A) Harsh Vardhan
B) Vijay Shankar
C) Rajesh Kumar
D) Suresh Prabhu
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Vijay Shankar was awarded the Knight’s Cross of the Order of Dannebrog by the King of Denmark in March 2025.
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94. Which Indian AI project won first prize in the AI for Good Hackathon organized by Harvard?
A) MedAI
B) Megha
C) VisionAI
D) HealthBot
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Indian AI project ‘Megha’ won the first prize in the AI for Good Hackathon organized by Harvard in April 2025.
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95. Sonu Sood was selected for which award at the 72nd Miss World Festival?
A) Peace Award
B) Humanitarian Award
C) Service Award
D) Leadership Award
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sonu Sood was selected for the prestigious Humanitarian Award at the 72 Miss World Festival in May 2025.
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134. Who won the Sangita Kalanidhi Award 2025?
A) T.M. Krishna
B) R.K. Sriramamkumar
C) Sudha Ragunathan
D) Bombay Jayashri
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: R.K. Sriramamkumar was honored with the Sangita Kalanidhi Award 2025.
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155. The Abel Prize 2025 was awarded to which mathematician?
A) Terence Tao
B) Gunter Bloschel
C) Andrew Wiles
D) Fields Medal winner
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Abel Prize 2025 was awarded to Gunter Bloschel for his outstanding contributions to mathematics.
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167. Who received the World Food Prize 2025?
A) Dr. M.S. Swaminathan
B) Dr. Vandana Shiva
C) Dr. Borlaug Foundation
D) Multiple recipients
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The World Food Prize 2025 was awarded to recognize contributions to global food security and agricultural development.
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168. Which film won the Best Feature Film at the 71st National Film Awards?
A) Jawan
B) 12th Fail
C) Animal
D) Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: 12th Fail won the Best Feature Film at the 71st National Film Awards 2025.
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169. Who won Best Actor award alongside Shah Rukh Khan at National Film Awards 2025?
A) Ranbir Kapoor
B) Vikrant Massey
C) Ayushmann Khurrana
D) Rajkummar Rao
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey shared the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for Jawan and 12th Fail respectively.
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170. Rani Mukerji won Best Actress for which film at National Film Awards 2025?
A) Mardaani 2
B) Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway
C) Hichki
D) Bunty Aur Babli 2
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Rani Mukerji won the Best Actress award for ‘Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway’ at the 71st National Film Awards.
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Appointments (16 Questions)
17. Who was appointed as the new RAW Chief in July 2025?
A) Samant Goel
B) Parag Jain
C) Arvind Kumar
D) Sanjay Verma
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Parag Jain was appointed as the new RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) Chief in July 2025.
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18. Kesavan Ramachandran was appointed to which position in July 2025?
A) RBI Deputy Governor
B) RBI Executive Director
C) SEBI Chairman
D) Finance Secretary
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Kesavan Ramachandran was appointed as Executive Director of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in July 2025.
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19. Who was appointed as the new DG (Director General) of SSB in July 2025?
A) Rajesh Kumar
B) Sanjay Singhal
C) Arvind Sharma
D) Prakash Singh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sanjay Singhal was appointed as the new Director General of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in July 2025.
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20. Prashant Kumar Singh was appointed as Secretary of which commission in July 2025?
A) National Human Rights Commission
B) National Commission for Women
C) National Commission for Scheduled Tribes
D) National Commission for Minorities
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Prashant Kumar Singh (IAS: 1993: MN) was appointed as Secretary of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes in July 2025.
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101. Sub Lieutenant Aastha Poonia became the first woman fighter pilot in which force?
A) Indian Air Force
B) Indian Navy
C) Indian Army
D) Coast Guard
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sub Lieutenant Aastha Poonia became the first woman fighter pilot in the Indian Navy.
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102. Priyanka Kakkar was appointed as Co-President of which BRICS organization wing?
A) BRICS Youth Wing
B) BRICS Women’s Wing
C) BRICS Business Wing
D) BRICS Academic Wing
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Priyanka Kakkar was appointed as Co-President of the BRICS CCI Women’s Wing for 2025-2027.
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103. Sanjog Gupta was appointed as CEO of which international sports organization?
A) FIFA
B) International Olympic Committee
C) International Cricket Council
D) World Athletics
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Sanjog Gupta was appointed as CEO of the International Cricket Council (ICC).
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104. Hardeep Singh Brar was appointed as President and CEO of which company?
A) Mercedes India
B) BMW India
C) Audi India
D) Volkswagen India
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Hardeep Singh Brar was appointed as President and CEO of BMW India.
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105. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons became which country’s first female president?
A) Guyana
B) Suriname
C) Trinidad and Tobago
D) Barbados
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Jennifer Geerlings-Simons became Suriname’s first female president.
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135. Asim Iftikhar Ahmad was appointed as president of which UN body?
A) UN General Assembly
B) UN Security Council
C) UN Economic and Social Council
D) UN Trusteeship Council
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Asim Iftikhar Ahmad was appointed as UNSC (United Nations Security Council) President.
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156. Sukanya Sonowal was appointed as which type of ambassador?
A) Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassador
B) UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador
C) UN Women Ambassador
D) UNICEF Ambassador
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Sukanya Sonowal was appointed as Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassador.
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157. Sreedhara Sivakumar was appointed as Air Officer-in-Charge of which department?
A) Training
B) Operations
C) Administration
D) Personnel
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Sreedhara Sivakumar was appointed as Air Officer-in-Charge Administration at Air Headquarters.
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158. Sudhanshu Mittal was appointed as President of which sports federation?
A) Kabaddi Federation
B) Kho Kho Federation
C) Wrestling Federation
D) Athletics Federation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Sudhanshu Mittal was appointed as President of Kho Kho Federation of India.
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183. Abhijit Kishore was appointed as Chairperson of which telecom organization?
A) TRAI
B) COAI
C) BSNL
D) DoT
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Abhijit Kishore was appointed as Chairperson of COAI (Cellular Operators Association of India).
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184. Babitha B P was appointed as Deputy Chief Information Security Officer in which bank?
A) ICICI Bank
B) HDFC Bank
C) State Bank of India
D) Punjab National Bank
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Babitha B P was appointed as Deputy Chief Information Security Officer in State Bank of India (SBI).
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185. Ajay Kumar Shrivastava was appointed as Director of which department at HAL?
A) Finance
B) Engineering & R&D
C) Operations
D) Human Resources
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Ajay Kumar Shrivastava was appointed as Director (Engineering & R&D) at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
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Sports (19 Questions)
10. In the India vs England Test series 2025, which Indian captain scored a record-breaking 269 runs in the 2nd Test?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Rohit Sharma
C) Shubman Gill
D) KL Rahul
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Shubman Gill scored 269 runs in the 2nd Test at Lord’s, breaking Virat Kohli’s record for highest individual score by an Indian captain in Tests.
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11. Which Indian wicketkeeper became the first to score centuries in both innings of a Test match during the England tour?
A) MS Dhoni
B) Rishabh Pant
C) KL Rahul
D) Dinesh Karthik
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Rishabh Pant became the first Indian wicketkeeper to score centuries in both innings of a Test match during the England series in July 2025.
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12. In table tennis, India created history at which tournament in July 2025 by having two doubles teams in finals for the first time?
A) WTT Champions League
B) WTT Star Contender 2025
C) Asian Championships
D) Commonwealth Games
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: India made history at the WTT Star Contender 2025 in Foz do Iguaçu by having two doubles teams enter the finals for the first time.
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55. Joe Root became the first cricketer to complete how many Test runs against India in the 2025 England series?
A) 2,500
B) 2,750
C) 3,000
D) 3,250
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Joe Root became the first ever cricketer to complete 3,000 Test runs against India during the 2025 England series.
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56. Akash Deep took his first five-wicket haul in which Test of the India vs England 2025 series?
A) 1st Test
B) 2nd Test
C) 3rd Test
D) 4th Test
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Akash Deep took his first five-wicket haul and ten-wicket haul in Tests during the 2nd Test of the India vs England 2025 series.
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57. Vantika Agrawal secured a victory in which chess tournament giving a boost to India’s standing?
A) World Chess Championship
B) FIDE Women’s World Cup
C) Chess Olympiad
D) Grand Prix
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Vantika Agrawal secured a victory over former world champion Anna Ushenina in the FIDE Women’s World Cup, boosting India’s standing in international chess.
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58. Who advanced to the Wimbledon women’s final in July 2025?
A) Serena Williams
B) Iga Swiatek
C) Aryna Sabalenka
D) Coco Gauff
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Iga Swiatek advanced to the Wimbledon women’s final in July 2025, where she competed against Amanda Anisimova for the title.
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86. Ben Stokes became the first English captain to score a century and take how many wickets in the same Test?
A) 4 wickets
B) 5 wickets
C) 6 wickets
D) 7 wickets
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Ben Stokes became the first English captain to score a century and take a five-wicket haul in the same Test match.
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87. Yashasvi Jaiswal completed how many Test runs against England during the 2025 series?
A) 800
B) 900
C) 1,000
D) 1,100
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Yashasvi Jaiswal completed 1,000 Test runs against England during the 2025 series.
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88. Novak Djokovic advanced to his how many Wimbledon semifinal?
A) 12th
B) 13th
C) 14th
D) 15th
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Novak Djokovic advanced to his 14th Wimbledon semifinal, where he faced Jannik Sinner in the next round.
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89. The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee announced a ban on which group in women’s sports?
A) Athletes above certain age
B) Transgender women
C) International athletes
D) Professional athletes
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee announced a ban on transgender women competing in women’s sports in compliance with an executive order.
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90. In which football tournament did Namdhari FC defeat Indian Air Force 4-2?
A) I-League
B) ISL
C) Durand Cup
D) Federation Cup
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Punjab’s Namdhari FC defeated Indian Air Force by 4-2 in a Durand Cup match at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata.
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133. Which Indian cricketer scored his 7,000th run in Tests during the England series?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Ben Stokes
C) Joe Root
D) Rohit Sharma
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Ben Stokes scored his 7,000th run in Tests during the India vs England series, while also taking a five-wicket haul as captain.
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144. Washington Sundar scored his maiden century in which Test of the England series?
A) 2nd Test
B) 3rd Test
C) 4th Test
D) 5th Test
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Washington Sundar scored his maiden century in Tests during the 4th Test of the India vs England 2025 series.
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154. Jasprit Bumrah took his how many wicket in England during the 2025 tour?
A) 45th
B) 50th
C) 55th
D) 60th
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Jasprit Bumrah took his 50th wicket in England during the 2025 Test series.
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165. Rishabh Pant became the leading Asian wicketkeeper in which regions during the England tour?
A) SENA countries
B) Asian countries
C) Commonwealth nations
D) BRICS nations
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Rishabh Pant became the leading Asian wicketkeeper in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) during the 2025 England tour.
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166. How many Test centuries does Rishabh Pant have, surpassing MS Dhoni’s record?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Rishabh Pant achieved 7 Test centuries, becoming the Indian wicketkeeper with the most Test centuries, surpassing MS Dhoni.
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199. Five centuries were scored by Indian batsmen for the first time in which format during the England series?
A) ODI match
B) T20 match
C) Single Test
D) Test series
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Five centuries were scored by Indian batsmen for the first time in a single Test match during the England series 2025.
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200. Which record did Ravindra Jadeja achieve in WTC history?
A) Most runs scored
B) Most wickets taken
C) First player with 2,000 runs and 100 wickets
D) Most catches taken
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Ravindra Jadeja became the first-ever player to score 2,000 runs and take 100 wickets in WTC (World Test Championship) history.
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Science & Technology (11 Questions)
21. The NISAR satellite launched in July 2025 will image the entire globe at what interval?
A) Every 7 days
B) Every 12 days
C) Every 15 days
D) Every 30 days
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: NISAR will image the entire globe every 12 days, providing comprehensive Earth observation data for climate and disaster monitoring.
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22. Which city hosted the India Energy Storage Week 2025 from July 8-10?
A) Mumbai
B) Bangalore
C) New Delhi
D) Chennai
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: India Energy Storage Week 2025 was held from July 8-10, 2025, at IICC Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, focusing on renewable energy and battery technologies.
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23. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission aboard the International Space Station was extended to which date?
A) July 12, 2025
B) July 14, 2025
C) July 16, 2025
D) July 18, 2025
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s Axiom-4 mission was extended, with undocking scheduled for July 14, 2025.
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96. Turkey showcased which non-nuclear bomb at the IDEF 2025 Defense Fair?
A) Falcon
B) Eagle
C) Gazap
D) Thunder
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: ‘Gazap’, a non-nuclear bomb, was showcased by Turkey at the IDEF 2025 Defense Fair.
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97. The NISAR mission joint investment exceeded how much?
A) $1.2 billion
B) $1.5 billion
C) $1.8 billion
D) $2.0 billion
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The NISAR mission has seen a joint investment exceeding $1.5 billion over a decade of collaboration between NASA and ISRO.
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98. DRDO successfully tested which precision guided missile from Kurnool?
A) ALPGM V2
B) ALPGM V3
C) ALPGM V4
D) ALPGM V5
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: DRDO successfully tested the UAV-launched precision guided missile ALPGM V3 from Kurnool in July 2025.
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99. The Axiom-4 crew was scheduled to undock on which date?
A) July 12
B) July 14
C) July 16
D) July 18
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: NASA announced that the Axiom-4 crew was scheduled to undock on July 14, extending Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission.
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100. At least how many people were killed in the Dhaka fighter jet crash?
A) 29
B) 31
C) 33
D) 35
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: At least 31 people were killed and more than 50 others injured after a Bangladesh Air Force FT-7BGI training aircraft crashed into a college and school campus in Uttara, Dhaka.
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136. The U.S. president signed which act into law regarding fentanyl-related substances?
A) STOP Fentanyl Act
B) HALT Fentanyl Act
C) END Fentanyl Act
D) BLOCK Fentanyl Act
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: U.S. president Donald Trump signed into law the HALT Fentanyl Act, reclassifying all fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances.
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171. The NISAR satellite will orbit Earth at what altitude?
A) 643 km
B) 743 km
C) 843 km
D) 943 km
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: GSLV-F16 injected the NISAR satellite into a 743 km Sun-synchronous orbit.
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172. Which radar bands does NISAR satellite carry?
A) L-band and C-band
B) S-band and C-band
C) L-band and S-band
D) X-band and L-band
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: NISAR carries L-band radar from NASA and S-band radar from ISRO, making it unique among Earth observation satellites.
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Environment & Climate (11 Questions)
28. World Environment Day 2025 was celebrated with which slogan?
A) Save Our Planet
B) One Nation, One Mission: End Plastic Pollution
C) Climate Action Now
D) Green Earth, Clean Future
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: World Environment Day 2025 was celebrated on June 5 with the slogan ‘One Nation, One Mission: End Plastic Pollution’.
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29. Prime Minister Modi launched which tree plantation initiative on World Environment Day 2025?
A) Ek Ped Har Ghar
B) Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam
C) Hariyali Mission
D) Green India Mission
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign on World Environment Day 2025, planting a Banyan sapling as part of the Aravalli Green Wall project.
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30. The National Plastic Waste Reporting Portal was launched on which date in 2025?
A) June 1
B) June 5
C) July 1
D) July 15
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The National Plastic Waste Reporting Portal was launched on June 5, 2025, on World Environment Day.
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111. How many events were organized during the pre-campaign activities before World Environment Day 2025?
A) 59,000
B) 69,000
C) 79,000
D) 89,000
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Around 69,000 events were organized during the one-month long pre-campaign activities before World Environment Day 2025, with 21 lakh people participating.
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112. The Aravalli Green Wall project aims to reforest how many kilometers of the Aravalli range?
A) 600 km
B) 700 km
C) 800 km
D) 900 km
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Aravalli Green Wall project aims to reforest 700 kilometres of the Aravalli range.
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113. The National Plastic Pollution Reduction Campaign runs from June 5 to which date in 2025?
A) September 30
B) October 31
C) November 30
D) December 31
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The National Plastic Pollution Reduction Campaign runs from June 5 to October 31, 2025.
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114. Mission Sahbhagita and Save Wetlands Campaign witnessed over how many citizen volunteers?
A) 1.5 million
B) 2 million
C) 2.5 million
D) 3 million
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Mission Sahbhagita and Save Wetlands Campaign witnessed over 2 million citizens as volunteers, enabling mapping of more than 170,000 wetlands.
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115. How many wetlands were mapped under the wetlands conservation campaign?
A) 150,000
B) 160,000
C) 170,000
D) 180,000
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The wetlands conservation campaign enabled the mapping of more than 170,000 wetlands and clear boundary demarcation of nearly 120,000 wetlands.
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138. Jayashree Venkatesan became the first Indian to win which prestigious wetland award?
A) Ramsar Award 2025
B) Wetland Conservation Award
C) Blue Planet Award
D) Water Stewardship Award
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Jayashree Venkatesan became the first Indian to win the prestigious annual Ramsar Award 2025 in the wetland wise use category.
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177. How many wetlands had clear boundary demarcation under the wetlands conservation program?
A) 110,000
B) 120,000
C) 130,000
D) 140,000
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The wetlands conservation program enabled clear boundary demarcation of nearly 120,000 wetlands in the last 3 years.
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178. Which initiative was launched by PM Modi under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ on World Environment Day?
A) Urban Forest Project
B) Aravalli Green Wall Project
C) Coastal Green Belt
D) Himalayan Reforestation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi planted a Banyan sapling as part of the ‘Aravalli Green Wall’ project on World Environment Day 2025.
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Government Schemes (10 Questions)
31. The PM JUGA scheme aims to benefit how many tribal people?
A) 3 crore
B) 4 crore
C) 5 crore
D) 6 crore
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM JUGA) aims to benefit more than 5 crore tribal people through comprehensive development initiatives.
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32. How many districts are covered under the PM JUGA scheme?
A) 449
B) 499
C) 549
D) 599
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: PM JUGA covers over 63,000 tribal-majority villages in 549 districts, which covers about 71% of India’s districts.
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33. Under Rozgar Mela, PM Modi distributed how many appointment letters on July 12, 2025?
A) 41,000
B) 51,000
C) 61,000
D) 71,000
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed youth through the 16th Rozgar Mela on July 12, 2025.
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116. The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana brought rooftop solar to how many homes by April 2025?
A) 10.88 lakh
B) 11.88 lakh
C) 12.88 lakh
D) 13.88 lakh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana brought rooftop solar to 11.88 lakh homes till April 2025.
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117. Under the Model Solar Village component, each selected village receives how much Central Financial Assistance?
A) ₹75 lakh
B) ₹1 crore
C) ₹1.25 crore
D) ₹1.5 crore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Under the Model Solar Village component, each selected village receives ₹1 crore in Central Financial Assistance.
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118. The UJALA scheme has distributed how many LED bulbs as of January 2025?
A) 34.87 crore
B) 35.87 crore
C) 36.87 crore
D) 37.87 crore
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: As of January 6, 2025, the UJALA scheme has distributed 36.87 crore LED bulbs.
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119. How many camps were organized across various districts since July 1, 2025, under the Financial Inclusion Campaign?
A) 41,447
B) 43,447
C) 45,447
D) 47,447
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A total of 43,447 camps were organized across various districts since July 1, 2025, under the Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign.
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120. Nearly how many new PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts were opened during the saturation campaign?
A) 1.2 lakh
B) 1.4 lakh
C) 1.6 lakh
D) 1.8 lakh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Nearly 1.4 lakh new PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts were opened during the Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign.
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175. The PM JUGA scheme has a total budget of how much?
A) ₹69,156 crore
B) ₹79,156 crore
C) ₹89,156 crore
D) ₹99,156 crore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: PM JUGA has a budget of ₹79,156 crores, with the union government contributing ₹56,333 crores and state governments ₹22,823 crores.
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176. What percentage of India’s districts are covered under PM JUGA?
A) 65%
B) 68%
C) 71%
D) 74%
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: PM JUGA covers 549 districts, which is about 71% of India’s districts, benefiting over 63,000 tribal-majority villages.
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Defence (11 Questions)
34. Who was appointed as the first woman Director General of Railway Protection Force?
A) Sonali Mishra
B) Archana Ramasundaram
C) Kiran Bedi
D) Aparna Kumar
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Sonali Mishra was appointed as the first woman Director General of the Railway Protection Force in July 2025.
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35. GSL launched its 6th Fast Patrol Vessel for the Indian Coast Guard named?
A) ICGS Virat
B) ICGS Atal
C) ICGS Bharat
D) ICGS Sardar
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched its 6th Fast Patrol Vessel ICGS ‘Atal’ for the Indian Coast Guard in July 2025.
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36. How many Gallantry Awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu in May 2025?
A) 35
B) 37
C) 39
D) 41
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu presented a total of 39 Gallantry Awards in May 2025, including 6 Kirti Chakra and 33 Shaurya Chakra awards.
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121. How many Kirti Chakra awards were presented out of the 39 Gallantry Awards?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 6
D) 7
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Out of the 39 Gallantry Awards, 6 were Kirti Chakra awards, of which 4 were given posthumously.
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122. How many Shaurya Chakra awards were presented in May 2025?
A) 31
B) 33
C) 35
D) 37
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: 33 Shaurya Chakra awards were presented in May 2025, of which 7 were given posthumously.
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123. The National Guard troops ordered to leave Los Angeles numbered how many?
A) 1,500
B) 2,000
C) 2,500
D) 3,000
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Trump administration ordered 2,000 troops from the National Guard to leave Los Angeles after being sent to deal with protests against ICE raids.
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124. At least how many people were killed in the village attack in Riyom, Plateau State, Nigeria?
A) 25
B) 27
C) 29
D) 31
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: At least 27 people were killed when unidentified gunmen attacked a village in Riyom, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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125. How many Kenyan soldiers were reportedly killed by Al-Shabaab militants?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Al-Shabaab militants claimed to have killed three Kenyan soldiers patrolling a road in the east of the country near the Somali border.
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139. How many vigilante group members were killed in the ambush by bandits in Nigeria?
A) Over 60
B) Over 70
C) Over 80
D) Over 90
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Over 70 vigilante group members were killed and others missing in an ambush by bandits in two villages in Kanam and Wase, Plateau State, Nigeria.
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179. At least how many people were killed in the 2025 Kenyan protests according to the National Commission on Human Rights?
A) 9
B) 11
C) 13
D) 15
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Eleven people were killed and 29 others were injured in clashes with security forces amid ongoing anti-government protests in Kenya.
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180. How many people were killed in the Ramses Exchange fire in Cairo, Egypt?
A) 2
B) 4
C) 6
D) 8
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Four people were killed and at least 22 others were injured in a fire at the Ramses Exchange building in Cairo, Egypt.
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Healthcare (4 Questions)
63. Dr. Abhijat Sheth was appointed as Chairperson of which medical commission?
A) Medical Council of India
B) National Medical Commission
C) All India Institute of Medical Sciences
D) Indian Medical Association
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Dr. Abhijat Sheth was appointed as Chairperson of the National Medical Commission in July 2025.
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64. Who received the Mental Health Award 2025?
A) Dr. Raghunath Misra
B) Dr. Vikram Patel
C) Saima Wazad
D) Dr. Achal Bhagat
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Saima Wazad was honored with the Mental Health Award 2025 for her contributions to mental health awareness and treatment.
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65. Which Delhi health initiative was launched by the Chief Minister in July 2025?
A) Delhi Health Card
B) Health Information Management System (HIMS)
C) Mohalla Clinics 2.0
D) Digital Health Mission
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Delhi Chief Minister launched the Health Information Management System (HIMS) in July 2025 to make government hospital services more accessible.
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190. Which diagnostic system was launched by Delhi CM to make hospital services more accessible?
A) Digital Health Portal
B) HIMS (Health Information Management System)
C) Medical Records System
D) Patient Care System
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Delhi CM launched HIMS (Health Information Management System) to make government hospital services more accessible through digital platform.
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Agriculture (4 Questions)
66. The PM-KUSUM scheme targets solarization of how many agricultural pumps?
A) 39 lakh
B) 49 lakh
C) 59 lakh
D) 69 lakh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The PM-KUSUM scheme targets solarisation of 49 lakh agricultural pumps in coming years to ensure reliable energy for farmers.
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67. The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana will help around how many farmers?
A) 1.5 crore
B) 1.7 crore
C) 1.9 crore
D) 2.1 crore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana will help around 1.7 crore farmers by covering 100 districts with low productivity.
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68. Which crops are specially focused under the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses?
A) Urad, Tur, Masoor
B) Chana, Moong, Arhar
C) Rajma, Lobia, Kulthi
D) All pulses equally
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The 6-year Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses has a special focus on Urad, Tur, and Masoor crops.
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191. The National Mission for Edible Oilseed aims to achieve what objective?
A) Export promotion
B) Atmanirbharta in edible oils
C) Price stabilization
D) Quality improvement
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The National Mission for Edible Oilseed was implemented to achieve Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) in edible oils.
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Infrastructure (4 Questions)
73. Deendayal Port Authority commissioned India’s first Make-in-India Green Hydrogen Plant at which location?
A) Kandla
B) Mumbai
C) Chennai
D) Visakhapatnam
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Deendayal Port Authority commissioned India’s first Make-in-India 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant at Kandla in July 2025.
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74. The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets what annual capacity by 2030?
A) 3 MMT
B) 4 MMT
C) 5 MMT
D) 6 MMT
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets 5 MMT annual capacity by 2030, with over ₹8 lakh crore in investments.
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75. How many electric buses were flagged off under Delhi’s sustainable transport initiative by PMl Modi?
A) 150
B) 200
C) 250
D) 300
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi flagged off 200 electric buses under Delhi Government’s sustainable transport initiative on World Environment Day 2025.
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192. What is the total outlay for the Model Solar Village component under PM Surya Ghar scheme?
A) ₹600 crore
B) ₹700 crore
C) ₹800 crore
D) ₹900 crore
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Model Solar Village component has a total outlay of ₹800 crore, with each village receiving ₹1 crore in Central Financial Assistance.
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Transportation (3 Questions)
71. Construction of India’s first indigenous hovercraft for the Coast Guard began in which state?
A) Gujarat
B) Maharashtra
C) Goa
D) Karnataka
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Construction of India’s first indigenous hovercraft for the Coast Guard began in Goa in July 2025.
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72. Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the new terminal building of which airport in Tamil Nadu?
A) Chennai Airport
B) Tuticorin Airport
C) Madurai Airport
D) Coimbatore Airport
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the new terminal building of Tuticorin Airport in Tamil Nadu and laid the foundation stone for ₹4,800 crore worth of projects.
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193. The Maritime Finance Summit 2025 was organized in which city?
A) Mumbai
B) New Delhi
C) Chennai
D) Kochi
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Maritime Finance Summit 2025 was organized in New Delhi by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways to boost blue economy.
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Education (3 Questions)
69. Which state will observe the 11th National Handloom Day 2025?
A) August 5
B) August 6
C) August 7
D) August 8
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The 11th National Handloom Day 2025 will be observed on August 7, promoting India’s handloom heritage and craftsmanship.
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70. MS Dhoni joined which technology company as Strategic Investor and Brand Ambassador?
A) BYJU’S
B) ACKO Technology
C) Unacademy
D) PhonePe
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: MS Dhoni joined ACKO Technology as Strategic Investor and Brand Ambassador in July 2025.
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194. Which feature makes the PM Surya Ghar scheme the world’s largest domestic rooftop solar initiative?
A) Technology used
B) Coverage area
C) Number of beneficiaries
D) Financial outlay
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is the world’s largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, having brought rooftop solar to 11.88 lakh homes.
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Miscellaneous (15 Questions)
37. Which festival was celebrated by India Tourism Delhi in New Delhi in July 2025?
A) Diwali
B) Holi
C) Teej
D) Karva Chauth
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: India Tourism Delhi organized a grand celebration of the Teej Festival in New Delhi on July 28, 2025, to promote cultural heritage and domestic tourism.
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38. MasterCard signed an MoU with which state government to boost tourism in July 2025?
A) Kerala
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Karnataka
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: MasterCard signed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) in July 2025 to promote the state’s tourism among international travellers.
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39. International Day of Friendship 2025 was observed on which date?
A) July 28
B) July 30
C) August 1
D) August 3
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: International Day of Friendship 2025 was observed on July 30, promoting friendship and understanding among peoples and cultures.
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40. World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2025 was observed on which date?
A) July 28
B) July 29
C) July 30
D) July 31
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2025 was observed on July 30, raising awareness about human trafficking issues.
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41. Maharashtra declared which date as Sustainable Agriculture Day to honor Dr. M.S. Swaminathan?
A) August 5
B) August 6
C) August 7
D) August 8
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Maharashtra declared August 7 as Sustainable Agriculture Day in 2025, honoring Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, the Father of India’s Green Revolution.
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126. The 67th Grammy Award for the album ‘Triveni’ was won by which Indian-American singer?
A) Priyanka Chopra
B) Anoushka Shankar
C) Falguni Shah
D) Chandrika Tandon
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The 67th Grammy Award for the album ‘Triveni’ was won by Indian-American singer Falguni Shah.
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127. The Subhash Chandra Bose Disaster Management Award 2025 was given to which organization?
A) NDRF
B) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services
C) Indian Meteorological Department
D) National Institute of Disaster Management
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Subhash Chandra Bose Disaster Management Award 2025 was given to the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services, Hyderabad.
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128. Which state tableau won the Best Tableau Award among Central Ministries and Departments?
A) Ministry of Defence
B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C) Ministry of Culture
D) Ministry of Tourism
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs won the Best Tableau Award among Central Ministries and Departments in the Republic Day Parade 2025.
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129. The marching contingent category award among CAPF was won by which force?
A) CRPF
B) BSF
C) Delhi Police
D) CISF
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Delhi Police Marching Contingent won the award in the marching contingent category among CAPF and other auxiliary forces.
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130. Bharat B Bhatia was appointed as Vice Chairman of which organization’s preparatory group?
A) ITU
B) Asia-Pacific Telecommunity
C) GSMA
D) 3GPP
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Bharat B Bhatia was appointed as Vice Chairman and Editorial Chair of Asia-Pacific Telecommunity’s WRC-27 preparatory group.
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140. How many people were injured in the lightning strike at an archery range in New Jersey?
A) 11
B) 13
C) 15
D) 17
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: One person was killed and thirteen others were injured in a lightning strike at an archery range in Jackson Township, New Jersey.
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186. Nitu Chandra and Kranti Prakash Jha were appointed as SVEEP Icons for which state?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Bihar
C) Jharkhand
D) West Bengal
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Nitu Chandra and Kranti Prakash Jha were appointed as SVEEP Icons for Bihar to promote voter awareness.
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187. The Tech Deep Dive Conference (TTDD) 2025 was held from which dates?
A) July 12-15
B) July 15-18
C) July 18-21
D) July 21-24
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The 8th edition of TTDD 2025 was held from July 15-18, 2025, with the theme ‘Standardising 6G: Architecting Intelligent, Secure and Sustainable Networks & Services’.
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188. Which country’s Prime Minister became Acting Prime Minister in July 2025?
A) Myanmar
B) Thailand
C) Cambodia
D) Laos
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Phumtham Wechayachai became Acting Prime Minister of Thailand in July 2025.
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189. Kumar Mangalam Birla joined which organization’s Board and Executive Committee?
A) CII
B) FICCI
C) USISPF
D) ASSOCHAM
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Kumar Mangalam Birla joined the USISPF (US-India Strategic Partnership Forum) Board and Executive Committee.
Key Takeaways for CMAT Aspirants
July 2025 Highlights:
– Space Achievement: NISAR satellite launch on July 30, 2025, marking NASA-ISRO collaboration
– Economic Growth: India became 4th largest economy with 6.4% projected GDP growth
– Policy Changes: RBI reduced repo rate to 5.50% and introduced financial inclusion campaigns
– Sports Success: Historic India vs England Test series with record-breaking performances
– Awards & Recognition: Multiple international honors for Indian personalities and organizations
Preparation Tips:
1. Focus on Recent Events: Pay special attention to July 2025 developments as they’re likely to appear in upcoming CMAT exams
2. Understand Context: Don’t just memorize facts; understand the significance and implications of events
3. Practice Regularly: Use these questions for daily practice and revision
4. Stay Updated: Continue following current affairs beyond July 2025 for comprehensive preparation
Important Dates to Remember:
– July 1: Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign launch
– July 12: PM Modi distributed 51,000+ appointment letters
– July 21: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation
– July 30: NISAR satellite launch and key international events